Is it normal to want to start taking drugs

[imsotired35]

I'm so numb and suicidal all the time on my meds and when I'm not on my meds I'm depressed and suicidal. My life has no purpose, nothing to do, just boredom. Sometimes I want to do drugs just for something to do and as a way to feel something again. I've never tried anything more than weed but I want to. Is this normal? I feel most people fall into drugs by accident, they don't seek it out. This is something I've thought about a lot, over the past few years but never did anything because I think it's probably been romanticised by tv shows.

 

[maniac116]

If we feel like shit then we want to escape it & drugs are a way to do it but honestly there are many risks. Im not against drugs, it's just that if you use hard drugs to escape they don't work long-term & can turn quickly into addiction & even worse suffering. Then you're on an endless cycle of addiction.
I'm actually in recovery so I know that first hand.
Maybe do something, take action to feel better rather than starting something that will trap you in the end. What you're feeling is a normal reaction, but rather than react think about it then respond. I hope that makes sense to you!

 

[Dot]

Slf persnlly knw multple membrs frm SaSu wh/ startd usng drgs eithr t/ 'try smethng diffrnt' or 'bcse am goin2 ctb n.ewy' & all tht happnd = tht thy end up wth an addictn whch mde thr lves wrse & stll 2 mch SI t/ ctb

S/ persnlly wld nt recmmnd

Sme drgs r defntly mre addictve thn othrs e.g ccaine & opi8tes hve cre8td wrse stuatns fr ppl

 

[EvisceratedJester]

Yeah, it's normal. Most people start taking drugs because they are curious, not by accident. While weed is one of the less risky drugs, there still are risks associated with it, such as developing an addiction to it and paranoia. I didn't try weed until I was 20 and it's fun and I did because I was curious. I don't think that trying out drugs is in itself a bad thing so long as you do your research and maybe avoid the riskier ones.

I also feel like you shouldn't be experimenting with drugs if you are doing it for coping reasons, since that can potentially end up leading you down the wrong path. A lot of people form addictions to drugs as a result of relying on them to cope with life. I originally started smoking weed to cope and I'm pretty sure I would have formed an addiction to it if it weren't for me deciding to experiment with shrooms (that's a story for another day). In your case, I don't recommend experimenting with drugs. It's better not to experiment with drugs and potentially end up forming a dependency on them.

 

[imsotired35]

Don't want to be an addict just every so often would be nice to feel better I think. But I'd be a fool to think I'm any different and wouldn't become dependent on them. Being so self aware is what stops me I think.

 

[cryptoinvestor]

Don't want to be an addict just every so often would be nice to feel better I think. But I'd be a fool to think I'm any different and wouldn't become dependent on them. Being so self aware is what stops me I think.

The first time will be amazing, bliss, euphoria. You will feel the best you've ever felt. Then it's all downhill from there. Your body builds tolerance to the drug, you start taking more and more to replicate the effect/high you once got. You're chasing the dragon. You will never catch it. You start to feel even worse than before you started the drug, you get to the point where you are using just to feel normal and avoid withdrawals. Your life is in shambles, you've lost everything. Then you'll wish you had CTB'd cause the suffering is much worse

 

[alienfreak]

It is normal. I always actively sought drugs out rather than finding them by accident. I felt the same and still do. I tried a lot of different drugs and found it interesting and enjoyable. Most people don't become addicts; the risk of addiction and harm are exaggerated, since there is a massive amount of propaganda. Alcohol is one of the most addictive and harmful drugs. There is a lot of censorship and self-censorship relating to opinions like mine. I strongly dislike some of the other replies in this thread. Experiences vary, clearly.

 

[antony]

Beside opioids, they are ok.

 

[astr4]

honestly, if you think drugs will keep you going another day, i say do the drugs.

disclaimer this is advice from an addict who doesn't see their addiction as their problem so idk probably take it with a grain of salt

i would always rather be high than be dead. but i would always rather be dead than be sober. so long as i have money/resources to access my drugs, life is… eh. okay. tolerable. i can do it.

i can't say the same for when i'm sober. likely would be in prison now if i were sober. i get so angry with people i want to violently hurt myself because i can't manage my own anger. maybe i would have blown up and idk crashed a car into someone's house or something.

or maybe i would have finished university and been successful but really. who knows lol.

 

[wondering&wandering]

I'm so numb and suicidal all the time on my meds and when I'm not on my meds I'm depressed and suicidal. My life has no purpose, nothing to do, just boredom. Sometimes I want to do drugs just for something to do and as a way to feel something again. I've never tried anything more than weed but I want to. Is this normal? I feel most people fall into drugs by accident, they don't seek it out. This is something I've thought about a lot, over the past few years but never did anything because I think it's probably been romanticised by tv shows.

I'd say it's a normal place to end up (wanting to try drugs). I would definitely say there are aspects that are romanticized about having an addiction. I can't speak on having a drug addiction, but at the very least I know bad habits are hard to kick, especially when brain chemistry comes into the equation.

I personally would never risk it for myself because I'm almost certain I would never be able to shake the addiction.

In the short term it might seem good and help, but in the long term I feel you'll just be creating another problem for yourself if you get into and form dependencies on drugs.

For whatever it's worth, I'll just share a little video that I always found describes additions accurately (for me at least):

 

[Praestat_Mori]

I think they could heavily interact with your psych meds. Keep this in mind.

I'm not against using drugs (I did so a lot in the past myself). Drugs can lead to addiction and they can make your life even worse. Know the risks.

 

[LostLily]

Already have an addictive personality.. so not a good idea for me.

 

[cryptoinvestor]

It is normal. I always actively sought drugs out rather than finding them by accident. I felt the same and still do. I tried a lot of different drugs and found it interesting and enjoyable. Most people don't become addicts; the risk of addiction and harm are exaggerated, since there is a massive amount of propaganda. Alcohol is one of the most addictive and harmful drugs. There is a lot of censorship and self-censorship relating to opinions like mine. I strongly dislike some of the other replies in this thread. Experiences vary, clearly.

i know what you mean, i've tried almost all drugs except heroin. i was never an addict but meth is the one drug i crave from time to time, i even dream about it, i resist but i can see now why people throw their whole lives away for that drug. i used to judge addicts/users before i started my hedonist lifestyle but now i totally understand

 

[timorousTruant]

I feel similarly. I only feel half alright when I'm drunk/high. Honestly I kind of feel like trying out a bunch of drugs just for the hell of it before I die because why not.

 

[ChaiTea]

i understand what you mean. for me personally i try things i know im likely to get addicted to (based on family history) as a means of self harm. perhaps you may be feeling similarly?